Remy 17704 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Audi and Volkswagen

Remy 17704 is a premium remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with clockwise rotation and a closed nose configuration for the listed fitments.

As part of Remy Premium Remanufactured, this starter is rebuilt to meet the needs of drivers replacing a failed OE-style starting unit on 1998-2005 Audi A4 and A4 Quattro models, plus 1998-2004 Volkswagen Passat applications.

Key Features

• Remy part number 17704
• Premium remanufactured starter
• 1.1 power rating
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• Closed nose starter housing
• 9-tooth pinion
• OE manufacturer reference: Bosch
• Includes pulley

Detailed Product Overview

Remy 17704 is a remanufactured starter for Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat vehicles that require a Bosch-style OE application. The permanent magnet gear reduction design supports efficient cranking performance, while the closed nose configuration and 9-tooth pinion match the listed vehicle requirements. If you are replacing a worn starter on a 2005 Audi A4, 2005 Audi A4 Quattro, or a 1998-2004 Volkswagen Passat, this unit is built around the original application details. This part cross-references Bosch 0-001-107-073 and 0-001-107-074 for the same application.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Engine cranks slowly or inconsistently
• No-crank condition when the key is turned
• Starter motor clicks but does not engage
• Intermittent starting on Audi A4 or Volkswagen Passat models
• Wear in the original Bosch-style starter assembly

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 1998 Audi A4, N/A, from mid 1998; premium remanufactured
• Fits 1998 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A, from mid 1998; premium remanufactured
• Fits 1999-2004 Audi A4, N/A, premium remanufactured
• Fits 1999-2004 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A, premium remanufactured
• Fits 2005 Audi A4, N/A, to chassis 8E5030000; premium remanufactured
• Fits 2005 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A, to chassis 8E5030000; premium remanufactured
• Fits 1998-2003 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, premium remanufactured
• Fits 2004 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, to 10/2003; premium remanufactured

Verify chassis breakpoints and production date notes before installation, especially on 2005 Audi A4 and Audi A4 Quattro applications and 2004 Volkswagen Passat models. Confirm the starter’s 12-volt specification, clockwise rotation, and 9-tooth pinion match the original unit before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are built as remanufactured OE-style replacements for listed applications. This starter is specified with Bosch OE manufacturer reference data to support accurate fitment selection for Audi and Volkswagen starting-system repairs.